I Built a Solar Powered Mega Coop!

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  • I build a massive chicken coop that will produce a lot of eggs for the off grid cabin and add much needed food.
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  • @donaldmarshall7894
    @donaldmarshall7894 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +38

    The Chick Inn is built better and looks better than my apartment. I've never seen a better coop anywhere. Good Job!

    • @ModernSelfReliance
      @ModernSelfReliance  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Thanks!

    • @csehszlovakze
      @csehszlovakze 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@ModernSelfReliance add an automatic chicken door that closes for the night so your chicks don't freeze during the winter!

  • @sandratweedale2579
    @sandratweedale2579 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +18

    Kevin you are brilliant. I simply love how you’re always up cycling things. And your property doesn’t ever look to be a mess as you always have a place for everything. Your finishes on your projects are so creative and always finish these builds with style and character. WOW! Just great! Your family and friends are lucky to have you. Thanks for another entertaining morning

  • @maggiemae444
    @maggiemae444 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    Excellent build, once again! The chickens and your wife will be very happy.

  • @teresaedwards3659
    @teresaedwards3659 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Brilliant multi use chicken coop. Thanks for the chicken humor along with Saturday morning motivation, your energy is contagious!!!

  • @spideymcgee4718
    @spideymcgee4718 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Kev man, you’re an amazing carpenter. My dad would have loved to watch this channel.
    The “brought to you by OCD” had me dying 😂😂😂

  • @oklahomaisok
    @oklahomaisok 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Those are some lucky hens. But they deserve to be pampered because they give you eggs.

  • @sshaw4429
    @sshaw4429 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    “Best chicken coop award” goes to…….KEVIN! 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @Casey9269
    @Casey9269 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Like everyone else you not only put a lot of thought into your projects but you add quality. You are showing everyone how much you can recycle products rather than just buying brand new everything. Also I am glad you decided to video and share this project with us 👍🏻

  • @mamacat315
    @mamacat315 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Only Kevin can make a stinky chicken coop into a work of art 😆🙌🏼

    • @Dashbshots
      @Dashbshots 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Really Kevin is making a work of art into a stinky chicken coop. Kind of a shame.

  • @MangledGuitars
    @MangledGuitars 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Brilliant dude! This one is definitely gonna be warm in the winter. Impressive build! Cool coasters too!

  • @sueborden4815
    @sueborden4815 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    OMG!! That chicken coop is incredible!! Great job, Kevin!

  • @kellierebkowec625
    @kellierebkowec625 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your chickens are some very fortunate chickens!

  • @sandra43543
    @sandra43543 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I so enjoy watching your videos. Not only are you very creative but the dry sense of humor is awesome and i learn something also

  • @shortwired2X
    @shortwired2X 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The forestry skills you have are generational. The way you harvest, preserve and build *Above Ground and
    A Couple feet down.
    Kevin your skills would have been paid for..betcha.
    The concept you have to return the field back to original planting was my favorite video.
    Smokey the Bear from near there.

  • @digital4282
    @digital4282 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the little rant about insulation, spot on with your assessment Kevin!

  • @user-helloworld308
    @user-helloworld308 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    😮 what an amazing shed and coop combo! I love the thought that went into every piece of it. You outdid yourself!

  • @trojanpussy
    @trojanpussy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    They were chicking it out. Not checking.

  • @osliverpool
    @osliverpool 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Ha, in the small window in my browser, the title was cut off at "Massive Off Grid Solar Powered Chicken"... I'd love to see one of those!

  • @charlesab
    @charlesab 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thats a great idea Kevin, that's exactly why the government will never do it.

  • @douglasgatian1401
    @douglasgatian1401 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice job!! I bet the wife is happy.

  • @InMyPurview
    @InMyPurview 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    having a good place for chickens to go lay eggs is paramount. Nice build

  • @genewileyopa
    @genewileyopa 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Very nice build. Chickens should be happy.

  • @topher208regulator
    @topher208regulator 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You're one of the coolest dudes on youtube! Your awesome man!

  • @kingrafa3938
    @kingrafa3938 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kevin that's a great looking chicken coop.

  • @sharonmilton4854
    @sharonmilton4854 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Nice job!

  • @pambennett-conditt4153
    @pambennett-conditt4153 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the coop, I could live in there. Those are some lucky chickens. You should try and find a scrap piece of linoleum for the chicken side, easy cleanup.

  • @paulsavage33
    @paulsavage33 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    the chicik inn that's definitely a 5 star chicken hotel

  • @GloriaThomas-wc8dv
    @GloriaThomas-wc8dv 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I agree this looks like an apartment instead of a chicken coop.

  • @sshaw4429
    @sshaw4429 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The white panels make it bright! Looks good.

    • @ModernSelfReliance
      @ModernSelfReliance  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It sure does.. those garage door panels are the gift that keeps on giving.

  • @motaman8074
    @motaman8074 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Perfect stands in the way of done ✔️

  • @hellrazor2u673
    @hellrazor2u673 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hey Kevin , Chickens can not see in the dark ....so if your vent tube was transparent ....I think she would have went in ......I had same problem with mine ....wouldn't go in coop at night , until I shined a flashlight inside ....I finally got a motion solar light ....so they are all good now. Great video as always, keep up the great work.

  • @sshaw4429
    @sshaw4429 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You just blew me away.

  • @MrFranKane
    @MrFranKane 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    5 star chicken resort, top job... love it... Kevin you inspire... great vlog

  • @georgewhitehouse8630
    @georgewhitehouse8630 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Door to the chicken run ,is good idea

  • @patrickheavirland3599
    @patrickheavirland3599 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello from Minnesota USA!! Great episode!

  • @PapaBearOutdoorAdventures
    @PapaBearOutdoorAdventures 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    What can I say! After seeing this cute little barn, I want to become a hen or chicken so I too get the chance to live in a palace before I die. Nice build! Greetings from Sweden 🇸🇪 😊

  • @nellytalford7119
    @nellytalford7119 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the chicken coop. God bless!

  • @eddiehoff5278
    @eddiehoff5278 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    As always, your creativity astounds me. Another winner, Kevin!

  • @suzannelafontaine4089
    @suzannelafontaine4089 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I think you should make a seal floor on your chicken's solarium outside cause the predators could digg the dirt to access under your solarium. It already happened. I love when you play with your chickens or your dog, it's so funny 😂

  • @jacobwilson6296
    @jacobwilson6296 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That was TIGHT!

  • @spideymcgee4718
    @spideymcgee4718 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Oh, the chicken head stabilizer is a thing. People are putting mini cameras on chicken heads. Incredibly hilarious stuff. You should check it out.

  • @leokelly359
    @leokelly359 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Kevin I lmao when you had the chicken stabilizing its head. then trying to get the chicken into the tube. thanks I needed that 😂😂👍

  • @edsomers7814
    @edsomers7814 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great job Kevin makes me wish I was a chicken 😊☮️

  • @kathleenmead9259
    @kathleenmead9259 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    pretty fancy chicken home...love it!

  • @jwk4567
    @jwk4567 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks Kevin! Awesome video 🎉

  • @ajtv6208
    @ajtv6208 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    “Hot air’S - there’s atleast 2 of them” 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @totallyoffgrid3008
    @totallyoffgrid3008 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    7:15 The Man with the Silver Gun.

  • @lisacamp1964
    @lisacamp1964 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love chickens!!! I have many!! I laughed at your interaction with them, of course she was never going to go through that tubing!! This is a great build, love the idea of charging your permeant battery station to be able to charge you portables!

    • @brendag2891
      @brendag2891 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So is he charging portables off of the connected lead acid or Battleborn fixed batteries, with a regular outlet plug?

    • @lisacamp1964
      @lisacamp1964 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So from my understanding he is going to charge the big battery pack that rolls into the She Shed, then use that to yes, plug in his more portable battery packs to be able to use them in shaded areas on the property

  • @MakewithMatt
    @MakewithMatt 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice work Kevin! The Chick-Inn looks awesome and should provide a nice cozy place for all your chickens to live :) I like how you strive to spend as little money on your projects as possible. I am very much the same way with how you plan and stash materials til you’re ready to build. One suggestion would be to use wood chips rather than straw for the bedding. It absorbs much better. Cheers from north Bay Ontario 😊

  • @cynthiat6505
    @cynthiat6505 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Your mill is a life $aver! And the coop is so really classy! Fantastic!!! I’d live in it.

  • @cmclaren7
    @cmclaren7 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Really nice build. Those are some lucky chickens! I would live in that coup. One thing, please wear a mask when you are in an enclosed area kicking up construction dust. I want to follow you for many years to come. Ops! Second thing, the window that leads directly into the coup needs wire to keep out predators. It would be easy for a fox to push it open and have a delicious chicken dinner.

  • @tinythet_rex8063
    @tinythet_rex8063 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Finally someone who understands how physics works.. i hate watching people put up vapor barrier/house wrap.. and end up with wrinkles everywhere

  • @ElGwapo1927
    @ElGwapo1927 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great project. Enjoyed this video. Best in a while.

  • @klausschuler8861
    @klausschuler8861 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For deep bedding it is better to use Wood Chips. The whole thing can then be used as Compost later. Straw makes a solid Plate.

  • @patriciahibbert6139
    @patriciahibbert6139 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gordon here, I also used a Norwoods 2000 LM mill to make lumber for chicken coop. You got the newer Norwoods mill . Mine is a antique to look at yours lol. But it is bought and paid in full before I got to me. And now I can make special wood boards that you can not but at Home Depot. I also shop @ Princess Auto but here Alberta Canada. A mans store that is what my wife calls it lol. You got keep a sharp watch out to keep them homeless one at bay or else they will move in . them lazy will move in and take over free power free heat lol

  • @tanyajenkins919
    @tanyajenkins919 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice chicken house. Pine shavings work well for bedding the turpentine in the chips helps keep mites and lice off your birds. Lice kinda likes straw. Wood as in a wood box in corner of yard for them to roll n natural parasite control. Thanks for sharing

  • @christinefuller3168
    @christinefuller3168 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great Chick Inn!!! My son also built a Taj Mahal chicken coop for his wife! Loved the video! 🤗

  • @outdoorhappybrenda2573
    @outdoorhappybrenda2573 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nicely done!

  • @bigz5262
    @bigz5262 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You can just staple both bottom corners of the plastic while keeping it snug, then pull the middle top tight from both bottom corners, and work your way out from there. Then you don’t have to crawl under the plastic. Anyway fun video!

  • @VitalSIgnsLLC
    @VitalSIgnsLLC 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    We used vinyl roll flooring for the bottom of the coop. It makes I easier to clean and not rot the plywood.

  • @sshaw4429
    @sshaw4429 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yeah, yeah, you have everything…….❤❤❤❤

  • @billwilber9089
    @billwilber9089 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always very entertaining

  • @andrewbarry5130
    @andrewbarry5130 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My coup is a bunch of milk crates on star pickets and a tarp or two. You're one wins hands down. Just needs a TV and hottub to complete the epic setup. Add shell grit to there diet for great shell quality.

  • @joyceb.sachsesachse1242
    @joyceb.sachsesachse1242 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Luv ya and great build. You're channel is the best.

  • @lindamoore691
    @lindamoore691 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video !
    Great info and explanation !
    Thank you for sharing 👏😀❤️

  • @PeterKNoone
    @PeterKNoone 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Amazing work as usual. Love all the up-cycling and totally agree with you on the silliness of insulation being so expensive.

  • @desert-walker
    @desert-walker 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Cool😊

  • @lindaparshall9276
    @lindaparshall9276 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Chicken wire tunnels work great

  • @trojanpussy
    @trojanpussy 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Your Chick Inn is a palace to yr chicks. It will bring perfect eggs, even in mid winter. Period. I bow.💝🙏🕯

  • @jennifertucker107
    @jennifertucker107 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Awesome!

  • @doriWyo
    @doriWyo 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    6:30 The chickens are about to tell you where THEY want everything.

  • @debramorris7646
    @debramorris7646 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great build!

  • @edgotbait
    @edgotbait 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    In the chickens area you should put down a sheet of linoleum for easy clean up

    • @ModernSelfReliance
      @ModernSelfReliance  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That tarp is about as thick as lino

  • @richardwhite4277
    @richardwhite4277 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    beautiful build / to nice for any chickens I know

  • @russellwatters5891
    @russellwatters5891 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Dude, I'd be kicking the chickens out and making it my cabin...lol 😂 They can fend for themselves out in the run...😅 Excellent job, turned out really nice! Love what you're doing 😊

  • @thomlindgren6253
    @thomlindgren6253 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great project. I was surprised that we didn’t get your lovely wife’s review of the “CHICK INN”. It just looks like a lot more than she requested but it looks incredible. I think I want to check in to the CHICK INN. What projects is your wife looking to do in her she shed? Hope we can get an update of how the ladies like their laying boxes and if you get poop free eggs. Thanks so much for sharing!

  • @lonnietaylor2759
    @lonnietaylor2759 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love watching U building things, I'm amazed at all the work U and Don get done. Haven't seem him in this build?.

    • @ModernSelfReliance
      @ModernSelfReliance  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      This was on my hunny do list. Don helped with the shakes.

  • @elexisburton
    @elexisburton 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just a thought, maybe put some of the metal netting over the windows on the outside so other animals can’t get in. That way the windows could still open.

    • @ModernSelfReliance
      @ModernSelfReliance  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes. In the spring time I'll do that. Winter is fast approaching

  • @jonathanemocling3826
    @jonathanemocling3826 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for the tips

  • @jordantrottier3882
    @jordantrottier3882 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That is super fancy for chickens. I made mine out of a car port, vapour barrier, chicken wire, hardware cloth, and some straw bales.

  • @gregsmith8469
    @gregsmith8469 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video building the chicken coop. Are you planning to do a video frying or BBQ chickens?

  • @ghomerhust
    @ghomerhust 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    what i want to know is how quickly your mill setup paid for itself. you are able to make so much raw cut with that thing, loads and loads of lumber just from the property

  • @feelingold2995
    @feelingold2995 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good stuff man...👍👍

  • @richardwhite4277
    @richardwhite4277 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    each visitor gets their own laser etched MSR coaster LOL

  • @leedickerson451
    @leedickerson451 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    killer build i love it

  • @c.a.g.1977
    @c.a.g.1977 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Pretty classy chicken coop, Kevin!
    Are you going to put some protection around the outside coop to prevent predators from digging under it? Maybe put in one of those solar operated automatic doors?

  • @patrickjrusaw
    @patrickjrusaw 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    suggestion tether the lag bolt lock so it won't drop or get lost

  • @georgewhitehouse8630
    @georgewhitehouse8630 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice pieces of ash ,❤

  • @timothychristian9140
    @timothychristian9140 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Check with your local box store or flooring center and see if they have any linoleum remnants, for cheap or even free ninety free, that you can get to put on the coop floor.

  • @MrCheaterpipe
    @MrCheaterpipe 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's simple you mount the camera to the chickens head

  • @simo6123
    @simo6123 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    another great build!

  • @kristilucia3491
    @kristilucia3491 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What a great design and completed project! You've put a lot of thought and chicken sense into this build!

  • @8urface
    @8urface 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You may want to get one of those automatic solar chicken door that close once the sun goes down. Would keep it warm and safe at night

  • @JasenBerger
    @JasenBerger 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    LOLz I think I know where you were going on that rant.

  • @duwomaiishgabrielle9498
    @duwomaiishgabrielle9498 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Somehow I got bumped off your subscription, I love your channel, 👍🏽👍🏼👍🏽👍🏼

  • @jamesellsworth9673
    @jamesellsworth9673 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That is SOME Chick Inn! In the summertime, you could use solar power to run a ventilation fan. If you want a continuing supply of fresh eggs you will need a rooster and a few more hens.

  • @m1ste2tea
    @m1ste2tea 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Rock wool isn't too bad, fiberglass is more itchy. Just rub your hands and forearms with baby powder before you use insulation and you're golden.

  • @gregmize01
    @gregmize01 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    rock wool!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @Connie-Rad
    @Connie-Rad 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Another amazing video man! You are doing such a good job! Also like someone mentioned it looks better than many apartments 😂 Is there a chance of renting a room there hah?

  • @richardwhite4277
    @richardwhite4277 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    w/ the cube. ball and original cabin plus alt the amenities ( pond, outdoor kitchen, shower, sauna, hot tub etc. ) you could AirBnB the whole compound for weekends or weeks at a time. I see Canadian dollars rolling in hand over fist !!